REDUCED VISION
Reduced vision can be a symptom of serious eye problems.
REDUCED VISION OVERVIEW
Definition
Reduced vision is the loss of sharpness of eyesight, making objects appear out of focus and hazy.
Causes
The primary causes of reduced vision are nearsightedness, long sightedness and astigmatism and presbyopia. But reduced vision also can be a symptom of more serious problems, including a potentially sight-threatening eye disease or neurological disorder.
Temporary or Persistent
Reduced vision that’s temporary is often just a sign that our eyes are tired. Reduced vision that persists or comes on suddenly, can be a more serious problem that needs attention.
When To See an Optician
If you have ongoing or regular reduced vision, you should see your optician as soon as possible. Don’t wait for your next scheduled eye check to have the problem looked at.
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Reduced Vision
If you’ve been working hard and your eyesight becomes blurry towards the end of the day, your eyes may simply be tired and strained. You may notice this more if you’ve been working with screens or doing a lot of reading. Take a break from working or looking at screens and give yourself and your eyes a rest.
Reduced vision can affect both eyes, but some people experience reduced vision in one eye only.
If your reduced vision clears up after resting, and if you only experience it occasionally, it’s most likely nothing to worry about. However, if it’s causing you concern, make an appointment. We will check the health of your eyes and will be able to spot any potential problems
Clear Vision
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Blurry Vision
Reduced Vision
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Reduced vision can be a symptom of serious eye problems.
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To determine whether you have reduced vision and what is causing it, see our in house optician for a comprehensive eye exam.
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Reduced vision: Causes
- Chronic dry eyes
- Presbyopia
- Astigmatism
- Hyperopia
- Myopia
- Pregnancy
- Ocular migraines or migraine headaches
- Eye floaters
- Blurry vision after LASIK
- Eye drops and medication
- Over-wearing contact lenses
When to seek help immediately
You should go seek help immediately if you have reduced vision that comes on very suddenly, and you also experience any of the following:
- Intense eye pain
- Nausea or vomiting
- A headache
- You can see ‘rings’ around lights
- You can see ‘flashing lights’
- Your eye is red
- The area around your eye is tender
- You suddenly lose some or all of your vision
Treatment
At the Eye Health Clinic your treatment would be tailored to your individual symptoms, and the cause of your condition. If you are suffering with any eye symptoms the best thing to do is to contact us and get your eyes checked.
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